The Reds' Bronson Arroyo allowed five hits in 72/3 innings. He walked the last two batters he faced and struck six.

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John Fay
| The Cincinnati Enquirer

Before Saturday's game, Cincinnati Reds manager Dusty Baker said to no one in particular: "We got to beat these Phillies. I'm tired of losing to them."

The Reds granted his wish with an 10-0 shellacking of the Phillies before 41,817 fans on a rainy day at Citizens Bank Park.

It is not surprising that Baker had grown weary of getting whipped up on by the Phillies, especially here. The Reds entered Saturday's game 11-23 at Citizens Bank. The Reds have won a season series with the Phillies for the first time since 2003. Saturday's victory assured that. The Reds are 4-1 against Philly going into ...